Barakot - Jainti, Almora
Barakot is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Barakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakot is 053512. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.61 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Barakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Barakot
According to the 2011 Census, Barakot village had a total population of 661 people, including 312 males and 349 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.71%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 41.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 312 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 135 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 181 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 131 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Barakot
Barakot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barakot
Barakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Barakot is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barakot
Where is Barakot located?
Barakot village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barakot?
Barakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barakot?
The pincode of Barakot is 263626.
What is the population of Barakot?
Barakot had a total population of 661, including 312 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Barakot?
Barakot had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakot was 54.71%. Male literacy was 70.16% and female literacy was 41.16%.